Reebok RBTL13830 User Manual

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Model No. RBTL13830

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Read all precautions and instruc­tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this man­ual for future reference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

HOW TO SET UP THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

TREADMILL OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

REEBOK UNIVERSITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

EXERCISE GUIDELINES

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

Note: An EXPLODED DRAWING is attached in the center of this manual.

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REEBOK and the Vector Logo are registered trademarks and service marks of Reebok. This product is
manufactured and distributed under license from Reebok International.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the

following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.

It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure

1.
that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.

2. Use the treadmill only as described in this
manual.

3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least eight feet of clearance behind it and two
feet on each side. Do not place the treadmill
on any surface that blocks air openings. To
protect the floor or carpet from damage, place
a mat under the treadmill.

4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois­ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.

5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.

6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the treadmill at all times.

7. The treadmill should not be used by persons
weighing more than 300 pounds.

8. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.

9. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothes
that could become caught in the treadmill.
Athletic support clothes are recommended for
both men and women.

shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet,
wearing only stockings, or in sandals.

When connecting the power cord (see page 9),

10.
plug the power cord into a surge suppressor
(not included) and plug the surge suppressor
into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15
or more amps. No other appliance should be on
the same circuit. Do not use an extension cord.

Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that

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meets all of the specifications described on
page 9. To purchase a surge suppressor, see
your local
3651 and order part number 146148.

REEBOK

Always wear athletic

dealer or call

1-800-806-

Failure to use a properly functioning surge

12.
suppressor could result in damage to the con­trol system of the treadmill. If the control sys­tem is damaged, the walking belt may change
speed or stop unexpectedly, which may result
in a fall and serious injury.

13. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres­sor protector away from heated surfaces.

14. Never move the walking belt while the power
is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the
treadmill is not working properly. (See
BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the tread­mill is not working properly.)

15. Never start the treadmill while you are stand­ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.

16. The treadmill is capable of high speeds. Adjust
the speed in small increments to avoid sudden
jumps in speed.

17. To reduce the possibility of the treadmill over­heating, do not operate the treadmill continu­ously for longer than one hour.

18. The heart rate monitor is not a medical de­vice. Various factors, including the user's
movement, may affect the accuracy of heart
rate readings. The heart rate monitor is in­tended only as an exercise aid in determining
heart rate trends in general.

19. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Always remove the key, unplug
the power cord, and switch the reset/off cir­cuit breaker to the off position when the
treadmill is not in use. (See the drawing on
page 5 for the location of the circuit breaker.)

Do not raise, lower, or move the treadmill

20.
until it is properly set up. (See HOW TO SET
UP THE TREADMILL on page 6 and HOW TO
FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page

26.) You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds
(20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

Do not change the incline of the treadmill by

21.
placing objects under the treadmill.

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22. When folding or moving the treadmill, make
sure that the storage latch is fully closed.

23. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the
treadmill regularly.

24. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, an
electronic “chirping” sound will alert you
when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill
is about to change. Always listen for the
“chirp” and be prepared for speed and/or in­cline changes. In some instances, the speed
and/or incline may change before the per­sonal trainer describes the change.

25. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, you
can manually override the speed and incline
settings by pressing the speed and incline
buttons. However, when the next “chirp” is
heard, the speed and/or incline will change to
the next settings of the CD or video program.

26. Always remove iFIT.com CDs and videos from
your CD player or VCR when you are not
using them.

27. Never drop or insert any object into any
opening.

28. This treadmill is intended for home use only.
Do not use this treadmill in any commercial,
rental, or institutional setting.

DANGER: Always unplug the power

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cord immediately after use, before cleaning
the treadmill, and before performing the main­tenance and adjustment procedures de­scribed in this manual. Never remove the
motor hood unless instructed to do so by an
authorized service representative. Servicing
other than the procedures in this manual
should be performed by an authorized service
representative only.

WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This

is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.
Read all instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property
damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The decals shown here have been placed on
the treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not
legible, please call our Customer Service
Department, toll-free, to order a free replace­ment decal (see HOW TO ORDER REPLACE­MENT PARTS on page 35 of this manual).
Apply the decal in the location shown. Note:
The decals are not shown at actual size.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the new REEBOK®V 2500
treadmill. The V 2500 treadmill combines advanced
technology with innovative design to let you enjoy an
excellent form of cardiovascular exercise in the conve­nience and privacy of your home. And when you’re not
exercising, the unique V 2500 can be folded up, requir­ing less than half the floor space of other treadmills.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the treadmill. If you have additional questions,

please call our Customer Service Department toll-free

Console

Handrail

Upright

at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m.
until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). To
help us assist you, please mention the product model
number and serial number when calling. The model
number is RBTL13830. The serial number can be
found on a decal attached to the treadmill (see the
front cover of this manual for the location).

Before reading further, please review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
labeled.

Reading Rack

Water Bottle

Holder (Bottle

not included)

Key/Clip

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolt

Lock Knob

Reset/Off

Circuit Breaker

Power Cord

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HOW TO SET UP THE TREADMILL

Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not

pose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. A

dis

assembly.

Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a
small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This is a normal
condition and does not affect treadmill performance. If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt, simply wipe off
the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.

rubber mallet may be needed for

1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the
Uprights (65) until the treadmill is in the position shown.

2. Press the Lock Knob Sleeve (68) into the left Upright
(65). If necessary, use a rubber mallet to tap the Lock
Knob Sleeve into the Upright.

Remove the Lock Knob (67) from the Lock Pin (72).
Make sure that the Lock Pin Collar (70) and the Spring
(69) are on the Lock Pin. (Note: If there are two Lock Pin
Collars, place them on each side of the Spring.) Insert
the Lock Pin into the left Upright (65) and tighten the
Lock Knob onto the Lock Pin.

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65

2

65

67

69

68

3.

Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill. Keep the included allen wrench in a
secure place. The allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt (see pages 27 and 28). To protect the floor or
carpet from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.

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72

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HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR

HOW TO PUT ON THE HEART RATE MONITOR

Before you use the heart rate monitor, please read all
instructions on this page and the following page.

The heart rate mon­itor consists of two
components: the
chest strap and the
sensor unit.

See drawing 2 and
attach the chest
strap to the sensor
unit. Insert one of
the tabs on the
chest strap through
one end of the sen­sor unit. Make sure
to press the end of
the sensor unit
under the buckle on
the chest strap—
the tab should be
almost flush with
the sensor unit.

Next, wrap the heart
rate monitor around
your chest and at­tach the other end of
the chest strap to
the sensor unit.
Adjust the length of
the chest strap, if
necessary.

The heart rate moni­tor should be under
your clothes, tight
against your skin, and as high under the pectoral mus­cles or breasts as is comfortable. Make sure that the
logo on the sensor unit is facing forward and is right­side-up.

Pull the sensor unit away from your body a few inches
and locate the two electrode areas on the inner side.
The electrode areas are the areas covered by shallow
ridges. Using saline solution such as saliva or contact
lens solution, wet both electrode areas. Return the
sensor unit to a position against your chest.

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2

Chest Strap

Sensor Unit

Tab

Sensor

Unit

Buckle

HEART RATE MONITOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Thoroughly dry the heart rate monitor after each

•
use. The heart rate monitor is activated when the
electrode areas are wetted and the heart rate
monitor is put on; the heart rate monitor shuts off
when it is removed and the electrode areas are
dried. If the heart rate monitor is not dried after each
use, it may remain activated longer than necessary,
draining the battery prematurely.

• Store the heart rate monitor in a warm, dry place. Do
not store the heart rate monitor in a plastic bag or
other container that may trap moisture.

• Do not expose the heart rate monitor to direct
sunlight for extended periods of time

• Do not expose the heart rate monitor to tempera­tures above 122° Fahrenheit (50° Celsius) or below
14° Fahrenheit (-10° Celsius).

• Do not excessively bend or stretch the sensor unit
when using or storing the heart rate monitor.

• Clean the sensor unit periodically using a damp
cloth; never use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals.
The chest strap may be hand washed and air dried.

HEART RATE MONITOR TROUBLESHOOTING

The instructions on the following pages explain
how the heart rate monitor is used with the console.
If the letters “PLS” appear in the PULSE display or if
the displayed heart rate is excessively high or low,
try the steps below.

• Make sure that you are wearing the heart rate moni­tor exactly as described at the left. If the heart rate
monitor does not function properly when positioned
as described, move it slightly lower or higher on your
chest.

• Use saline solution such as saliva or contact lens
solution to wet the two electrode areas on the
sensor unit. If heart rate readings do not appear until
you begin perspiring, re-wet the electrode areas.

As you walk or run on the treadmill, position your-

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self near the center of the walking belt. For the

console to display heart rate readings, the user
must be within arm’s length of the console.

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• The heart rate monitor is designed to work with
people who have normal heart rhythms. Heart rate
reading problems may be caused by medical
conditions such as premature ventricular contrac­tions (pvcs), tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmia.

• The operation of the heart rate monitor can be
affected by magnetic interference caused by high
power lines or other sources. If it is suspected that
this is a problem, try relocating the treadmill.

• The CR2032 battery may need to be replaced.
Follow the steps at the right to replace the battery.

Locate the battery cover
on the back of the sen­sor unit. Insert a coin
into the slot in the cover
and turn the cover coun
terclockwise to the
“open” position. Remove
the cover.

Remove the old battery
from the sensor unit.
Insert a new CR 2032
battery, making sure
that the writing is on top.
In addition, make sure
that the rubber gasket is
in place in the sensor
unit. Replace the battery
cover and turn it to the
closed position.

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CR2032
Battery

Rubber
Gasket

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TREADMILL OPERATION

THE PERFORMANT LUBETMWALKING BELT

Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with
PERFORMANT LUBETM, a high-performance lubricant.

IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other
substances to the walking belt or the walking plat­form. Such substances will deteriorate the walking
belt and cause excessive wear.

HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD

DANGER: Improper connection

of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in an increased risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service­man if you are in doubt as to whether the
product is properly grounded. Do not modify
the plug provided with the product—if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.

Your treadmill, like any other type of sophisticated
electronic equipment, can be seriously damaged by
sudden voltage changes in your home’s power.
Voltage surges, spikes, and noise interference can
result from weather conditions or from other appli­ances being turned on or off. To decrease the possi-

bility of your treadmill being damaged, always use
a surge suppressor with your treadmill (see draw­ing 1 at the right). To purchase a surge suppres­sor, see your local REEBOK dealer or call 1-800­806-3651 and order part number 146148.

an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug.

Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor,
and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Important: The treadmill is not compatible with
GFCI-equipped outlets.

This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit,
and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus­trated in drawing 1 below. A temporary adapter that
looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may be
used to connect the surge suppressor to a 2-pole
receptacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly
grounded outlet is not available.

1

Grounded Outlet Box

Surge Suppressor

Grounding Pin

Grounding Pin

Grounded Outlet

2

Grounded Outlet Box

Adapter

Grounding Plug

Surge Suppressor

Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is
UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge sup
pressor (TVSS). The surge suppressor must have a
UL suppressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less
and a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules.
The surge suppressor must be electrically rated
for 120 volts AC and 15 amps. There must be a
monitoring light on the surge suppressor to indi
cate whether it is functioning properly. Failure to
use a properly functioning surge suppressor could
result in damage to the control system of the
treadmill. If the control system is damaged, the
walking belt may change speed or stop unexpect­edly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.

This product must be grounded.

tion or break down, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec
tric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having

If it should malfunc-

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Lug

Metal Screw

The temporary adapter should be used only until a
properly grounded outlet (drawing 1) can be installed
by a qualified electrician.

The green-colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending
from the adapter must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover.
Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place
by a metal screw.

covers are not grounded. Contact a qualified elec­trician to determine if the outlet box cover is

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grounded before using an adapter.

Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box

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Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic
on the face of the console, remove it.

FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The advanced console offers an impressive array of
features to make your workouts more effective. When
the console is in the manual mode, the speed and
incline of the treadmill can be changed with a touch of
a button. As you exercise, the LED displays will provide
continuous exercise feedback.

The console also offers ten preset workout programs—
four fat burn programs that automatically control the
speed and incline of the treadmill to give you effective
fat-burning workouts; four aerobic programs that control
the speed and incline of the treadmill to provide optimal
aerobic exercise; and two pulse programs that change
the speed and incline to keep your heart rate within a
target range during your workouts.

You can even create your own custom workout pro­grams and store them in memory for future use.

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The console also features new iFIT.com interactive
technology. Having iFIT.com technology is like having a
personal trainer in your home. Using the included audio
cable, you can connect the treadmill to your home
stereo, portable stereo, computer, or VCR and play
special iFIT.com CD and video programs (iFIT.com
CDs and videocassettes are available separately).
iFIT.com CD and video programs automatically control
the speed and incline of the treadmill as a personal
trainer coaches you through every step of your work­out. High-energy music provides added motivation.

purchase iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, call toll­free 1-800-735-0768.

With the treadmill connected to your computer, you
can also go to our Web site at www.iFIT.com and ac­cess programs directly from the internet. Additional op­tions

are soon to be available.

more information.

See www.iFIT.com for

To

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DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE

See the drawing on page 10.

A. ENTER Button—This button is used to enter age,

weight, and maximum heart rate settings.

+ and – Buttons—These buttons are used to change

B.

age, weight, and maximum heart rate settings.

H. LED Matrix—When the manual mode is selected,

the matrix will show your progress on an LED track.
When a workout program is selected, the matrix will
show the upcoming speed settings or target heart
rate settings of the program.

I. MODE Button—This button is used to select the

manual mode, workout programs, and the iFit.com
mode.

C. USER Button—This button is used to select user

information. Up to three different users can store
age, weight, and maximum heart rate settings.

D. QUICK SPEED Buttons—These buttons allow you

to quickly select speed settings to 10 mph.

E. SPEED Buttons—These buttons control the speed

of the walking belt. Each time a button is pressed,
the speed will change by 0.1 mph; if a button is held
down, the speed will change in increments of 0.5
mph. The speed range is 0.5 mph to 12 mph.

F. LED Displays—These displays provide continuous

feedback of the calories and fat calories you have
burned, the speed of the walking belt, your current
pace, the distance you have walked or run, the
number of laps you have completed, and the
elapsed time. In addition, the PULSE display shows
your heart rate when the heart rate monitor is worn.

Note: The console can display speed and dis­tance in either miles or kilometers (see page 14).
For simplicity, all instructions in this manual
refer to miles.

G. Manual/Program Indicators—These indicators show

when the manual mode, a workout program, or the
iFit.com mode is selected.

J. START Button—This button starts the walking belt.

K. LEARN Button—This button is used to program

speed and incline settings for custom programs.

L. STOP Button—This button stops the walking belt.

When the button is pressed, the LED displays will
pause and the TIME display will flash.

M. Key with Clip—The key turns the console on and off.

The attached clip is designed to be worn on your
waistband. If the key is pulled from the console, the
power will automatically turn off.

N. INCLINE Buttons—These buttons control the incline

of the treadmill. Each time a button is pressed, the
incline will change by 0.5%. The incline range is 0%
to 10%.

O. INCLINE Display—This display shows the incline

level of the treadmill. The first indicator will light
when the incline is at 1 or 1.5%, the second indica­tor will light when the incline is at 2% or 2.5%, the
third indicator will light when the incline is at 3% or

3.5%, and so forth.

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CAUTION: Before operating the

console, read the following precautions.

• Do not stand on the walking belt when turn­ing on the power or starting the walking belt.

• Always wear the clip (see M on page 10) while
operating the treadmill. If the key is pulled
from the console, the walking belt will stop.

• The treadmill is capable of high speeds;
adjust the speed in small increments.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, keep the
console dry. Avoid spilling liquid on the
console and use only a sealable water bottle.

HOW TO ENTER USER INFORMATION

Each time the power is turned
on, the USER 1 indicator will
begin to flash. The console
allows up to three different
users to enter their weight,
their age, and a maximum
heart rate setting into the console.

If you enter your weight into the console, the CALS/
FAT CALS display will be more accurate. If you want to
use a pulse program, you must enter your age and a
maximum heart rate setting.

If you want to enter your weight, your age, or a maxi­mum heart rate setting, follow the instructions below.

HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER

Make sure that the
reset/off circuit
breaker, located on
the front of the tread­mill, is in the reset
position.

Next, make sure that the power cord is properly plugged
in (see page 9).

Stand on the foot rails of the
treadmill. Find the clip
attached to the key (see the
drawing on page 10), and
slide the clip onto the waist­band of your clothes. Next, in
sert the key fully into the console. After a moment, vari­ous displays and indicators will light. Test the clip by

carefully taking a few steps backward until the key
is pulled from the console. If the key is not pulled
from the console, reposition the clip on your waist­band as needed. Then reinsert the key fully into the

console.

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Reset

Press the USER button.

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Press the USER button
to designate yourself as
user 1. The USER 1
indicator will remain lit
without flashing. Note:
To designate yourself as user 2 or user 3, press
the USER button repeatedly. IMPORTANT: Each

time you use the treadmill, make sure that the
correct user is selected.

Enter your weight if desired.

2

The current weight set­ting will be shown in the
CALS/FAT CALS display.
Press the + or – button
to enter your weight.
Each button press will change the weight setting
by 1 pound; if a button is held down, the weight
setting will change in increments of 5 pounds.
When your weight is shown, press the
button. Note: Once your weight is
entered,
the power cord is unplugged.

it will be saved in memory, even when

ENTER

To use the manual mode of the console, follow the
steps beginning on page 13. To use a fat burn pro

gram or an aerobic program, see page 15. To use a
pulse program, see page 16. To create and use a
custom program,
iFIT.com CD or video program, see page 22. To use
an iFIT.com program directly from our internet site,

see page 24.

see pages 18 and 19. To use an

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